Jay Sweater

Jay Sweater 
Designed by Rachel Brockman 

Named after forest-dwelling jays, this slightly cropped sweater subtly nods to the patterning on their plumage. From scrub jays to blue jays, I’ve always admired the confidence and curiosity of these beautiful birds. Perfect for those curious knitters seeking to boost their colorwork confidence, this straight-forward pullover would be a great first yoked sweater. 

SIZES 
Extra Small (Small, Medium, Large, 1X, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X) 

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS 
Bust: 33½ (37½, 41, 45¼, 50, 54¼, 57¾, 61¼, 65½)” 
Length: 19½ (20, 20½, 21¼, 21¾, 22¼, 23, 23¼, 23½)” 
Shown in Small size with approx. 3½” positive ease. 

MATERIALS 
Fibra Natura Kingston Tweed (50% wool, 25% alpaca, 25% mixed fiber; 50g/194 yds) 
Blue Sample
• 110 Beryl (MC) – 4 (5, 5, 6, 7, 7, 8, 10, 11) skeins 
• 102 Calcite (CC) – 1 (1, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 3, 3) skeins 
Cream Sample
• 101 Talc (MC) – 4 (5, 5, 6, 7, 7, 8, 10, 11) skeins 
• 108 Amethyst (CC) – 1 (1, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 3, 3) skeins 
Needles: Needle A - US Size 7 (4.5 mm) 16” & 24” circular and set of dpns or size needed to obtain gauge 
Needle B - US Size 6 (4 mm) 16” & 24” circular and set of dpns or size needed to obtain gauge 
Needle C - US Size 5 (3.75 mm) 16” & 24” circular 
Notions: Tapestry needle, stitch markers, stitch holder or waste yarn 

GAUGE 
23 sts x 30 rnds = 4” in St st using Ndl B 
23 sts x 27 rnds = 4” in Yoke patt using Ndl A 
Save time check your gauge. 

PATTERN NOTES 
Jay is worked seamlessly in the round from the top-down. The body and sleeves are separated at the armhole. The neckline and sleeve cuffs are worked in the contrast color. When working in the yoke pattern, you may wish to place stitch markers between each repeat to help you stay on track.